1990 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 286 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen Xsara (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser. 2005 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Laser | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Laser | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
